Calibration Engineer

Job#: 3013885

Job Description:

CANDIDATES MUST HOLD AN ACTIVE TOP SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE OR HIGHER AND BE ABLE TO TRAVEL DOMESTICALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY

$65-$85 an hr/W2

Job Summary:

Primary responsibilities related to integration, assembly, testing, and checkout (IATC) of high-precision tracking radar systems and associated electronic disciplines to include digital and analog signal processing, high power RF transmitters, receivers, antennas, antenna positioning systems, computers, and computer interfaces.

Responsibilities

* Perform calibration and verification of radar and microwave systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 17025 and DoD standards.

* Analyze IQ data and apply DSP techniques for radar performance validation.

* Develop and execute calibration procedures for RF, microwave, and digital signal processing equipment.

* Use MATLAB for data analysis, modeling, and troubleshooting.

* Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize radar system accuracy and reliability.

* Document calibration results and maintain traceability to national/international standards.

* Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex measurement issues.

Basic Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field plus 2 years of experience; OR Master's degree with 0 years; OR 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.

* Proficiency in IQ data analysis, radar fundamentals, microwave engineering, DSP, and MATLAB.

* Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI access.

* Eligible to obtain a work visa for international travel.

* Comfortable traveling 50% of the time between Eglin AFB (Florida) and Western Australia.

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.

* Strong understanding of radar system theory.

* Experience with source control management tools (e.g., Git Lab).

* Familiarity with Range-Doppler map interpretation and analysis.

* PMEL experience or prior calibration work on radar systems.

Please respond with the word "PINK CE" if you meet the qualifications and are interested in next steps to [email protected]

Apex Benefits Overview:
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a Support Linc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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